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PhD to MBB - what do I apply as?

I am completing my PhD at UofT in their faculty of medicine, and have been wanting to move into consulting. 
 

I had originally planned to graduate in ~1 year from now and had set up my timeline for applications accordingly. However, I have been given the opportunity to complete my degree in the next coming weeks. Although fortunate I was wondering where this leaves me in terms of applications - am I still considered advanced degree? Should I be looking for a different position in industry management and try to come in as experienced hire? Most resources I find outline applying while still in a graduate program, which would have aligned me with campus recruiting cycles.

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Florian
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am 18. Juli 2024
1400 5-star reviews across platforms | 600+ offers | Highest-rated case book on Amazon | Uni lecturer in US, Asia, EU

Hi there,

I agree with your sentiment in the last sentence. This would likely be the way to go.

HOWEVER

Consider reaching out to HR and current consultants of your target firms to ask this question and get discussions going. You learn something about the process + make a good impression and potentially receive a referral!

All the best,

Florian

Udayan
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am 18. Juli 2024
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience

If needed do you have the option of doing a PostDoc? I personally think that aligning yourself with the graduate recruitment timelines will be very beneficial for you vs trying to get in as an experienced hire/offcycle hire.

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